Quality Score
Good
Base (15) + components above = 69
About
Lakeland Aviation is a full-service FBO located at Lakeland Airport (KARV) in Arbor Vitae, Wisconsin, nestled in the heart of the Northwoods. We offer flight training, aircraft rental, aircraft maintenance, hangar space, aviation fuel (Jet-A and 100LL), and vehicle rentals.
Estimated PPL Training Cost
| Line item | Hours | Rate (range) | Subtotal (range) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna 172E (Skyhawk) (cheapest in fleet) | 70h | $80 – $320/hr | $5,600 – $22,400 |
| Flight instruction (dual) | 42h | $30 – $120/hr | $1,250 – $5,050 |
| Ground instruction | 20h | $30 – $120/hr | $600 – $2,400 |
| Estimated Total Range | $7,500 – $29,800 | ||
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Training for a Private Pilot Certificate at Lakeland Aviation is estimated to cost $7,500 – $29,800. to see the full breakdown with exact aircraft rental and instructor rates.
No, Lakeland Aviation operates under Part 61. Training is self-paced: you and your instructor set the curriculum rather than following a pre-approved syllabus. The FAA minimum for a Private Pilot Certificate under Part 61 is 40 flight hours, though most students need 60 to 70.
No, Lakeland Aviation does not have a Designated Pilot Examiner on staff. When you're ready for your checkride, you'll need to book with an independent DPE. Ask the school if they can point you to one nearby.
Lakeland Aviation's training fleet includes the Cessna 172E (Skyhawk) and Cessna 172L (Skyhawk). Having multiple types in the fleet keeps your training on track if one plane is down for maintenance. Ask the school about current availability and any additional charges per aircraft.
No flight simulators are listed for Lakeland Aviation. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Lakeland Aviation does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.